World Breastfeeding Week

Pregnant women and new mothers need information and as much support as possible when it comes to breastfeeding. This idea is one of the main reasons that World Breastfeeding Week originated.

The World Alliance for Breastfeeding Action and breastfeeding advocates around the world are joining forces this week (Aug. 1 to Aug. 7) in a call to action to help "create awareness, mobilize and engage, connect and build bridges across generations, cultures, religions and civilizations" on breastfeeding.

We as a nation need to do a better job in raising awareness about the benefits of breastfeeding. After all, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention this week called out U.S. hospitals for not doing enough in support of breastfeeding.

In honor of of the 19th annual World Breastfeeding Week, we've compiled the following list of Fit Pregnancy stories to serve as your one-stop resource. Arm yourself with information now, and you'll thank yourself later for giving your baby the best possible start in life—breast is best! And remember: You're feeding the future.

THE SUPPORT YOU NEED

Need to learn the proper latch? Looking for a good nursing bra? Our Ultimate Guide to Breastfeeding offers you everything you need to make breastfeeding work for you.